2nd Shift Rubber & Composite Production Operator

R.E. Darling Co; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

R.E. Darling Co. in Tucson, AZ seeks a Special Projects Operator to produce specialized rubber and composite products. The role requires physical work, equipment operation, and close coordination with production, technical, and quality teams.

You will handle machines like hydraulic presses and autoclaves, use precision tools, document processes, and assist with training while maintaining safety and cleanliness on the floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written instructions, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Ability to safely operate production machinery.
• Proficiency with measurement tools and shop math.
• Visual ability to inspect products for quality.
• Basic computer skills for data entry.
• Preferred: Rubber or composite manufacturing processes experience.
• Six months of manufacturing or industrial experience.
• Experience operating production equipment including hydraulic presses, autoclaves, inspection equipment, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out production tasks according to work orders, procedures, and daily schedules.
• Operate manufacturing equipment such as hydraulic presses, steam and nitrogen autoclaves, ovens, degreasing equipment, lathes, and hand tools.
• Use measurement tools including calipers, thickness gauges, scales, and tape measures.
• Complete process documentation, including material tracking and production records.
• Identify potential product or process issues and communicate promptly with supervisors.
• Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solve to maintain production flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and participate in 6S/continuous-improvement activities.
• Support the training of team members by sharing equipment and process knowledge.
• Enter production data into software systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and report material needs.
• Follow established safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.
• Inspect products to verify dimensional accuracy and workmanship.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Shop math

Measurement tools proficiency

Quality inspection

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Thickness gauges

Scales

Tape measures

Lathes

Autoclaves

Job description

R.E. Darling Co. in Tucson, AZ seeks a Special Projects Operator to produce specialized rubber and composite products. The role requires physical work, equipment operation, and close coordination with production, technical, and quality teams.

You will handle machines like hydraulic presses and autoclaves, use precision tools, document processes, and assist with training while maintaining safety and cleanliness on the floor.